European Policy Centre (EPC)

WHO WE ARE

The European Policy Centre (EPC) is an independent, not-for-profit think tank dedicated to fostering European integration through analysis and debate, supporting and challenging decision-makers at all levels to make informed decisions based on evidence and analysis, and providing a platform for engaging partners, stakeholders and citizens in EU policy-making and in the debate about the future of Europe.

The EPC was launched as a think tank in 1996. In 2003, the EPC was established as an international not-for-profit organisation under Belgian law. 

The EPC’s articles of association and subsequent amendments are available online here.

WHAT WE DO

RESEARCH

Our analysts connect policy agendas through a multi-disciplinary approach. Each of our programmes builds on solid expertise and forward-thinking to provide insight into EU politics and develop practical policy proposals.

Each year, the Governing Board adopts an annual work programme for the coming year, based on a proposal from the management team following discussions in the Strategic Council. The EPC works on the basis of a three-year strategic plan.

PUBLICATIONS

Our publications address the major challenges facing the European Union and look at the long-term trends underpinning EU policymaking. They include recommendations that contribute to the debate, help to inform the policy agenda and take European integration forward.

EVENTS

The EPC organises stimulating and timely policy debates on the issues that matter with the people who matter. By connecting our research programmes to these multi-stakeholder events, we help to raise awareness, ensure policy relevance and foster innovative thinking.